Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Fuel Filter

Special Service Tools

Wrench, Fuel Tank Module

310-118(LRT-19-009)

Removal

WARNING: After carrying out repairs, the fuel system must be checked visually for leaks. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

WARNING: This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Always carry out the cleaning process before carrying out any repairs to the fuel injection system components. Failure to follow this instruction may result in foreign matter ingress to the fuel injection system.

CAUTION: Make sure the workshop area in which the vehicle is being worked on is as clean and as dust free as possible. Foreign matter from work on clutches, brakes or from machining or welding operations can contaminate the fuel system and may result in later malfunction.

NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
1
WARNING:
For additional information, refer to Petrol and Petrol-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions Petrol and Petrol-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions
2 Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Specifications Battery and Charging System
3 For additional information, refer to Fuel System Pressure Release - 5.0L Service and Repair

5 Remove the 4 nuts and remove the fuel tank access cover.
- TORQUE: 10 Nm

8
- TORQUE: 35 Nm

9
WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping fuel.
CAUTION: A new O-ring seal is to be installed.

Installation
1 To install, reverse the removal procedure.